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The Department for Quantum Technology in the Faculty of Physics at the University of Münster, Germany, is seeking to fill the position of a
Doctoral research associate
Wissenschaftliche*r Mitarbeiter*in
(salary level TV-L E 13)
at the earliest possible date. We are offering a three-year, part-time position (67% FTE). Full-time employees are required to teach four hours per week during the semester.
Your tasks:
- This position is tied to the pursuit of a doctorate.
- Participation in research activities in Prof C. Schuck’s group, including planning and executing independent scientific projects in the area of nanophotonics and superconducting single-photon detectors
- Strong contributions to collaborative research projects on quantum communication with national and international partners in academia and industry
- Fabrication and characterisation of samples in chemical and physical processes; work in a cleanroom environment
- Construction and maintenance of laboratory setups; work with lasers, electrical instruments, highvacuum equipment and cryogenic environments
Our expectations:
- A graduate degree (i.e. a German Diplom, master’s degree or equivalent) in physics, electrical engineering or a closely related field of study is required.
- Experience in experimental physics, quantum optics and single photon detection is indispensable.
- Advanced knowledge in experimental control systems as well as proficiency in common high-level programming languages, preferably Python or Julia, is mandatory.
- Willingness to work in cleanroom environments is a prerequisite, and familiarity with nanofabrication methods and characterisation of nanophotonic devices is beneficial.
- Candidates should be team-oriented, have good communication skills, organisational skills and the ability to work independently. German language skills are not a requirement, but a willingness to learn is desirable.
The University of Münster strongly supports equal opportunity and diversity. We welcome all applicants regardless of sex, nationality, ethnic or social background, religion or worldview, disability, age, sexual orientation or gender identity. We are committed to creating family-friendly working conditions. Part-time options are generally available.
We actively encourage applications by women. Women with equivalent qualifications and academic achievements will be preferentially considered unless these are outweighed by reasons which necessitate the selection of another candidate.
If you have any questions, please contact Ms Nicole Altmann (offper@uni-muenster.de).
Are you interested? Then we look forward to receiving your application by 15 February 2024, addressed to:
Universität Münster
Department of Quantum Technology
Prof Carsten Schuck
Heisenbergstr. 11, 48149 Münster
schuckc@uni-muenster.de
Please note that we only accept applications submitted electronically in PDF format and cannot consider other file formats.